Seductive Sicily - Top tips for a spectacular touring holiday

Bursting with cultural treasures and boasting a quite extraordinary and evocative landscape, the splendours of Sicily are sure to seduce you. The pristine waters of the Mediterranean, dramatic volcanic and mountain vistas, sweeping coastlines and flower-filled meadows create a stunning backdrop for a wonderful holiday experience. In the company of a Holiday Director and Local Guides, we’ll ensure you see all the highlights and make your own special discoveries too on our fully escorted holidays to Sicily.

If you are looking for inspiration, here are some of our favourite Sicilian experiences:

Scenic splendours of Mediterranean Sicily

From the mountains to the sea, there is so much to experience on a Travelsphere escorted tour. Ride by cable car to the slopes of smoking Mt Etna, where the landscape becomes increasingly dramatic as you climb, with dark lava fields providing a striking contrast to Sicily’s greener lower slopes.

Explore the harbour at Marzamemi, a pretty fishing village where the pace of life is deliciously slow. And on Sicily’s western coast, you’ll find the Stagnone saltpans, where windmills and salt mounds create a striking landscape.

Take a dip in the warm waters of the Med at one of our carefully selected resorts or perhaps board a ferry to the stunning landscape of the Aeolian Islands.

Classics treasures of Sicily

See the very best of classical Sicily on our superb fully escorted holidays. Enjoy jaw-dropping views from the magnificent Greco-Roman theatre in Taormina. Built in a spectacular hillside position, the ancient theatre offers views across the surrounding coastline towards Mount Etna, making its setting almost as impressive as its history.

Explore the extraordinary Roman mosaics at Piazza Armerina, where ancient scenes are preserved in remarkable detail. The mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale date largely from the 4th century AD and provide a fascinating glimpse into life during the Roman Empire. And in Agrigento, wander among the temples that stand as powerful reminders of Sicily’s Greek past. The Valley of the Temples is one of Sicily’s great archaeological treasures, with its ancient Greek monuments set across an impressive hillside landscape.

Sicily’s historical gems

From Byzantine to Baroque, Sicily has it all. Discover Arab domes and Norman palaces in vibrant Palermo and linger in the winding, medieval streets of the fishing port of Cefalù. Be dazzled by the golden-hued Baroque masterpieces of Noto and the architectural riches of Ragusa or leave the tourist trail and soak up the special atmosphere of Phoencian Trapani.

Sicily on a plate

With influences from many settlers the food of Sicily is a true melting pot of flavours and a stroll through a local market is the perfect introduction. Refreshing granitas, indulgent, creamy cannolo and the rich chocolate of Modica will all appeal to a sweet tooth. But just as irresistible are arancini, delicious snacks of deep-fried rice balls, and Pasta alla Norma, an aromatic combination of tomatoes, aubergine, mozzarella and basil. In Palermo, street food is an important part of the city’s culinary culture, with its markets and food stalls offering a delicious introduction to local flavours. A glass of golden Marsala wine is the perfect finale to a magical day.

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Feeling inspired? Explore the iconic sights and hidden gems on an escorted tour of Sicily with Travelsphere.